Gravitor SR Tablet Information

Gravitor SR Tablet is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Myasthenia Gravis. Secondary and off-label uses of Gravitor SR Tablet have also been mentioned below.

The right dosage of Gravitor SR Tablet depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

Some other side effects of Gravitor SR Tablet have been listed ahead. These side effects of Gravitor SR Tablet are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.

It is also important to note that Gravitor SR Tablet has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Mild effect on lactating mothers. In addition, Gravitor SR Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Gravitor SR Tablet related warnings section.

Gravitor SR Tablet is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Bradycardia (Slow Heart Rate), Peptic Ulcer, Parkinson's Disease as it can result in adverse effects. The section on Gravitor SR Tablet contraindications lists all such conditions.

Drug interactions for Gravitor SR Tablet have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.

Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Gravitor SR Tablet is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.

Gravitor Benefits & Uses
Gravitor Dosage & How to Take
Gravitor Side Effects
Gravitor Related Warnings
Gravitor Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Gravitor
Gravitor Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Gravitor SR Tablet Benefits & Uses

Gravitor SR Tablet is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Myasthenia Gravis

Gravitor SR Tablet Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: Myasthenia Gravis (MG) Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 60 mg Dosage Form: Tablet (Immediate Release) Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Myasthenia Gravis (MG) Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 60 mg Dosage Form: Tablet (Immediate Release) Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Myasthenia Gravis (MG) Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 1 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 6 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Myasthenia Gravis (MG) Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 1 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 6 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Gravitor SR Tablet Related Warnings

Is the use of Gravitor SR Tablet safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Gravitor. If you are pregnant, do not take Gravitor without a doctor's advice.

Severe
Is the use of Gravitor SR Tablet safe during breastfeeding?

Side effects of Gravitor for breastfeeding are little to none, so you can take it without doctor's advice.

Mild
What is the effect of Gravitor SR Tablet on the Kidneys?

Gravitor rarely affects the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Gravitor SR Tablet on the Liver?

In the absence of any scientific study on the side effects of Gravitor on the liver, information on safety of Gravitor for liver is unavailable.

Unknown
What is the effect of Gravitor SR Tablet on the Heart?

You can take Gravitor without any fear of damage to the heart.

Safe

Gravitor SR Tablet Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Gravitor SR Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Hyperthyroidism
Asthma
Bradycardia (Slow Heart Rate)
Peptic Ulcer
Parkinson's Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Gravitor SR Tablet

Is this Gravitor SR Tablet habit forming or addictive?

Gravitor SR Tablet does not cause addiction.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Gravitor SR Tablet as you may feel sleepy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, Gravitor SR Tablet is safe for use.

Safe
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, Gravitor SR Tablet cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Gravitor SR Tablet Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Gravitor SR Tablet

Taking Gravitor SR Tablet with food does not harm your health.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Gravitor SR Tablet

No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Gravitor SR Tablet with alcohol will be.

Unknown

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience

References

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Pyridostigmine Bromide

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 108

April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 1067-1069

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